City of Denton - OPGW Conductor and Accessories, IFB 9136 (2026)
City of DentonCity · Denton, TX- Due
- Oct 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 4, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Ginny Brummett
- (940) 349-7100 ext 7226
The 30-second brief
The City of Denton is requesting submissions for an Invitation for Bid to supply Optical Ground Wire (OPGW) transmission conductor and accessories. The required products include 72 and 144 fiber optical ground wire on wood reels, pulling grip comealongs, suspension clamps, deadend-bolted strain clamps, downlead clamps, connector kits, splice trays, 6-port splice enclosures, and bullet-resistant splice enclosure shields. All items must be AFL brand only as specified in the technical requirements. The contract term is one year with four additional one-year renewal options. Submissions are due by October 14, 2026, and must be submitted via IONWAVE or hard copy to the Materials Management department.
OPGW Transmission Conductor 72 SM, OPGW Transmission Conductor 144 SM, Pulling Grip Comealong, Suspension Clamp, Deadend-Bolted Strain OPGW, Downlead Clamp, Connector Kit, OPGW Splice Tray 72 Fiber, Enclosure-OPGW Splice 6-Port, Splice Enclosure Shield, Bracket-OPGW Loop Coil 60in
Lowest Responsible Bid, Best Value Bid
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Summary
The City of Denton is requesting submissions for an Invitation for Bid to supply Optical Ground Wire (OPGW) transmission conductor and accessories.
The required products include 72 and 144 fiber optical ground wire on wood reels, pulling grip comealongs, suspension clamps, deadend-bolted strain clamps, downlead clamps, connector kits, splice trays, 6-port splice enclosures, and bullet-resistant splice enclosure shields. All items must be AFL brand only as specified in the technical requirements. The contract term is one year with four additional one-year renewal options. Submissions are due by October 14, 2026, and must be submitted via IONWAVE or hard copy to the Materials Management department.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest Responsible Bid, Best Value Bid
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- OPGW Transmission Conductor 72 SM
- OPGW Transmission Conductor 144 SM
- Pulling Grip Comealong
- Suspension Clamp
- Deadend-Bolted Strain OPGW
- Downlead Clamp
- Connector Kit
- OPGW Splice Tray 72 Fiber
- Enclosure-OPGW Splice 6-Port
- Splice Enclosure Shield
- Bracket-OPGW Loop Coil 60in
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Conflict of Interest Questionnaire
- Invoice example
- Secretary of State Certificate
- Submit to
- https://dentontx.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=2399&SourceType=2
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Denton, TX
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from City of Denton?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 14, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://dentontx.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=2399&SourceType=2. For questions, contact Ginny Brummett.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including City of Denton in TX, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the IFB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Ginny Brummett at (940) 349-7100 ext 7226. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: OPGW Transmission Conductor 72 SM, OPGW Transmission Conductor 144 SM, Pulling Grip Comealong, Suspension Clamp, Deadend-Bolted Strain OPGW, Downlead Clamp, Connector Kit, OPGW Splice Tray 72 Fiber, Enclosure-OPGW Splice 6-Port, Splice Enclosure Shield, Bracket-OPGW Loop Coil 60in. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest Responsible Bid, Best Value Bid" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Denton?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Denton are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Denton regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, Invoice example, Secretary of State Certificate. Review the full document from City of Denton for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Denton, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.